General Manager (GM) Federal Way WA
Federal Way WA - Federal Way, WA 98003
Overview
Salary Range $30.75 - $31.25 Hourly Level Management Position Type Full Time Education Level 2 Year Degree Travel Percentage None Category Restaurant - Food Service
Description
Join 85 C Bakery Cafe as an General Manager!
Lead a store, grow a team, and own the results.
At 85C Bakery Cafe, we bring together the craft of baking and a genuine passion for hospitality. We're a global bakery cafe known for our fresh-baked breads, signature cakes, and specialty drinks and we're growing across the U.S. We believe great teams build great stores, and we grow our leaders from within.
As a General Manager, you own the overall success of your store, its sales, profitability, team, and guest experience. You'll build and develop a high-performing team, manage the business end to end, and serve as the bridge between your store and the corporate team.
What You'll Do
- Own your store's overall performance including sales, profitability, team, and guest experience.
- Build, lead, and develop a high-performing management team and staff.
- Manage store financials (P&L), labor, and operations to meet targets.
- Serve as the link between your store and the corporate team.
- Uphold the highest standards of safety, quality, service, and cleanliness.
What We're Looking For
- 2+ years of store or restaurant management experience.
- High school diploma required; AA degree in Business, Hospitality, or related field preferred.
- Experience leading high-volume operations and supervising 10+ team members.
- Strong business acumen including P&L, labor, and scheduling, plus proven leadership.
- Full-time availability, including holidays, nights and weekends.
Growth & Development
We promote from within and invest in your development. Many of our managers started behind the counter. Wherever you begin, you'll find a clear path forward, cross-training opportunities, and the support to help you take the next step.
Compensation & Benefits
What we offer:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid training and ongoing leadership development
- Employee discount and complimentary bakery products
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Real opportunities for advancement and internal promotion
Compensation - Details
Base Pay - $30.75 - 31.25 per hour, based on experience
Performance Bonus - Eligible for our team performance bonus, paid monthly
Earned On - Store sales, profitability, labor management, food-safety audits, and customer satisfaction
Total Target Comp - $[base] + up to ~$31,300 bonus / year annualized at full achievement.
The performance bonus is offered as potential or target earnings, not guaranteed pay. It is performance-based and varies by store results, team size, and eligibility. Benefits vary by role, scheduled hours, and location; HR will confirm specific eligibility.
Why Join 85C Bakery Cafe?
- Competitive salary
- Performance-based bonus opportunities
- Career advancement and promotion-from-within culture
- Hands-on leadership development and training
- Opportunity to lead a growing global brand
- Supportive team environment focused on excellence and continuous growth
If you're ready to lead a successful team, make an impact, and grow your career with one of the world's leading bakery cafe brands, apply today and become part of the 85C Bakery Cafe family!